About Us
The Thoughts & Gifts Project began its path many years ago after founder and president, Jean Love, was driving along country roads to visit family during the holiday season and heard a commercial about providing gifts for youth who may not otherwise receive presents. Upon conclusion of the commercial, she questioned to herself why there were not more programs to help celebrate other important days in children’s lives, such as their birthdays.
For many years she continued to think about this idea. Then, in 2017, she began the process of turning the idea into a reality.
Now, The Thoughts & Gifts Project is a 501(c)(3) public charity operating in the Monmouth-Independence community of Polk County, Oregon to not only celebrate birthdays for low-income youth, but also for qualifying senior citizens.
Tax ID # 82-3488166
Our Board of Directors
The Thoughts & Gifts Project is a volunteer-based organization managed by our dedicated Board of Directors.
Founder & President
Jean Love
Secretary
Natascha Cronin
Long-term Care
Ombudsman Oregon
Volunteer Recruitment
Specialist
Treasurer
Molly McDermond
Oregon State Credit Union
Call Center Manager
Director
Lacey Johnson
Co-Owner
Curves
Director
Phil Wright
Marquis Corp.
Web Development and
Digital Marketing Manager
Our 2018 Annual Report
2018 was a fantastic year for The Thoughts & Gifts Project!
Our sincerest gratitude to everyone who made
cash contributions, donated gifts in-kind, and volunteered their time
to make our first 7 months so wonderful!
We appreciate your continued support and look forward to a wonderful 2019!
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